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When to Plant Mâche in Galena, Alaska (99741)

Location

Galena, Alaska

ZIP Code

99741

USDA Zone

1b

Last Frost

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Mâche directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Valerianella locusta
Days to Maturity 45 days
Mature Height 4-8"
Spread 4"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

4" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Growing Mâche in Zone 1b

Mâche (Valerianella locusta) is a popular garden vegetable. In Galena, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 1b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Mâche grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.